Most of the gooseneck hitches we have available, like the B&W # BWGNRK1104 or the Draw-Tite # 9465-37 are constructed of steel, but not stainless steel because it's strength relative to higher grades of steel. To my knowledge there is not a hitch that is made with 100% stainless steel components on the market, but most of the hitches do have some stainless steel components like the hitch ball or the safety chain loops.
When it comes to the best available gooseneck hitch on the market,... view full answer...
The Reese Above-Bed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch - 25,000 lbs, # RP58079, has a 2-5/16 inch hitch ball that is held in place with a snap ring. This design allows the hitch ball to rotate reducing binding with the gooseneck coupler. It has a nice powder coat finish to resist corrosion and the hitch ball is a durable, heat treated ball.
If you are looking for a welded option, you may be interested in the Curt 25K Gooseneck Plate for Fifth Wheel Rail item # 16055, or the Curt Spyder Gooseneck... view full answer...
From the sounds of it you most likely have the Curt Quick Goose 2 Gooseneck Hitch with Installation Kit for Chevy/GMC - 30,000 lbs # C630-652. This hitch functions in the manner you described and is confirmed to fit your 2001 Chevy Silverado 2500HD With 6-1/2 foot bed.
If you need replacement parts for this hitch, we have the Replacement Safety-Chain U-Bolt Kit for Curt Quick Goose 2 Gooseneck Hitch # C113 as well as the Replacement Choker Spring for Curt Quick Goose 2 Gooseneck Hitch # C115. view full answer...
The Curt Spyder Gooseneck Trailer Hitch for Fifth Wheel Rails # 16085 has been tested to J684 standards according to my contact at Curt. view full answer...
For a 5th wheel hitch set up that is made here in the states B&W still manufacturers hitches in the USA. If you wanted to go that route you would need installation kit # BWGNRK1012-5W and Companion hitch # BWRVK3400-5W for your 2013 Chevy Silverado 2500HD short bed. I have included links to videos on the hitch and installation of the rail kit.
The benefit of going with the B&W set up is that you get a gooseneck hitch built into the installation kit so if you ever needed to tow a gooseneck... view full answer...
The factory prep packages help you make use of a gooseneck hitch or 5th wheel both easy to install and also remove if you need access to your full bed. For this reason they can be a real asset if you plan on using your truck for a variety of towing now and to provide flexibility if you decide to do more later.
There are 5 holes, 4 at the corners with one in the middle for the gooseneck. The 5th wheel hitches designed for factory prep packages can drop into the 4 corners per the included... view full answer...
The Redline Gooseneck Coupler Head # 291300 includes a steel pin to secure the 2-5/16-inch hitch ball but the overall cast assembly is made of uncoated cast steel. It offers a 30K capacity. view full answer...
You should have no problem using the Convert-A-Ball Gooseneck Coupler Adapter, # CAB-C5G, on a 1,200 mile trip as long as the gross weight of your trailer remains under 20,000 lbs and the pin weight is under 4,000 lbs. We had one customer comment that he has been using his adapter for over 20,000 miles and it is still working great.
The only note I would add to this adapter is that there will be a noticeable difference in the ride quality if you are used to towing with a fifth wheel hitch.... view full answer...
The Curt # 16085 Spyder is manufactured overseas in China. If you're looking for something made here in the USA, I'd recommend the # DM5996 from Demco.
If you click the provided link, you can see a product description video for the hitch. view full answer...
The B&W Ball and Safety Chain Kit # BWGNXA2061 should last the life of the truck if not longer.
The ball is going to have a 30,000 pound rating so its tough. It might get some scratches or dings over time but unless metal is being scraped away, diminishing the diameter of the ball, there is nothing to worry about. view full answer...
The Reese Replacement Ball # RP19311 is a Reese product even though it doesn't have their name stamped on the product. Reese does make this product in China.
For a Made In The USA product the B&W Ball and Safety Chain Kit # BWGNXA2062 is the one I recommend. This will also give you the safety chain mounts as well as a carry case to keep everything together. view full answer...